Software Development Engineer, Commanding and Data Handling

Project Kuiper is Amazon's ambitious initiative to launch a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites, aimed at providing high-speed broadband connectivity to underserved communities worldwide. As a Software Development Engineer on the Telemetry team, you'll be at the forefront of developing critical mission systems for satellite operations.

The role involves building and maintaining the infrastructure and services necessary for processing and downlinking telemetry from the satellite constellation. You'll be working with cutting-edge technology, developing cloud-native software systems using languages like Java, Rust, and Python, while leveraging AWS services to ensure high availability and performance.

Your responsibilities will include designing and analyzing distributed software systems, contributing to the Kuiper command and control system, and being part of a 24x7 operational rotation to support satellite operations. The position requires strong technical skills in software development and system architecture, with a focus on security and reliability.

The Telemetry team owns end-to-end responsibility for the on-vehicle software that handles telemetry ingestion, downlinking, and ground-side processing. You'll be interfacing with various subsystems within Project Kuiper and Amazon, enabling engineers to safely and efficiently operate the satellite constellation and its supporting ground infrastructure.

This is an exceptional opportunity for someone passionate about space technology and distributed systems. You'll be working on real-world challenges that directly impact the mission's success, from ensuring reliable telemetry processing to maintaining critical communication links with the satellite constellation. The role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to be part of a groundbreaking project that aims to bring internet connectivity to millions of people around the world.

The position requires U.S. citizenship, permanent residency, or admitted refugee/asylee status due to export control regulations. Amazon offers a comprehensive compensation package, including a base salary range of $129,300 to $223,600 depending on location, plus equity and benefits.